Yamaha BWs vs Hyosung SB50ZR Sense (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha BWsstacks up against the Hyosung SB50ZR Sense. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Yamaha BWs | Hyosung SB50ZR Sense |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Price | — | $1,599 |
| Engine | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Horsepower | 3 hp | 4 hp |
| Torque | 4 Nm | 4 Nm |
| Weight | — | 80 kg |
| Seat height | 30 mm | 30 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 1.4 L | 1.2 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 120/90-10 / 150/80-10 | 3.50-10 / 3.50-10 |
Yamaha BWs vs Hyosung SB50ZR Sense — which should you buy?
Picking between the Yamaha BWs and the Hyosung SB50ZR Sense usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha BWs brings 3 hp, while the Hyosung SB50ZR Sense counters with 4 hp at 80 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: